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Laura Sefton is a Senior Associate in CMS's Energy & Climate Change team, specialising in renewable energy, energy infrastructure, project finance and the energy transition.
Laura works with developers, utilities, investors, lenders and contractors across the energy sector. She supports clients throughout the lifecycle of energy projects, including project financing, acquisitions and disposals, development and construction arrangements, regulatory matters and the negotiation of key project agreements.
Her practice includes renewable generation, energy infrastructure and emerging low-carbon technologies, with particular expertise in the legal and regulatory framework governing heat networks, energy transition projects and net zero developments.
Alongside her legal practice, Laura has a longstanding personal and professional interest in climate change law and policy. In 2024, she graduated with distinction from the University of Edinburgh with a Master's degree in Global Environment and Climate Change Law. She is also a member of the 2050 Climate Group Young Leaders Network and was shortlisted for the Professional Services Award at the Scottish Renewables Young Professionals Green Energy Awards.
Laura regularly contributes to thought leadership on energy transition and climate change issues, helping clients navigate evolving legal, regulatory and commercial developments across the sector.
